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Terrible Experience
TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE !!
No words to describe how bad their service is . I wish I read their reviews before buying from them .My whole house blinds and curtains are done by victory blinds and being an Aussie company , I expected good post installation customer service.
I have been calling them for months for a call back to have one blind repaired . Every time , they take my details and they promise their consultant will call back . No consultant EVER bothered to call back . My whole house curtains and blinds are done by them unfortunately...Read more
. At my last call , a week ago ,I told them I am going to write a bad review . Even then, they have not called me to help me with my blind problem and give me options . My blind cannot be operated and I don’t feel safe at night with an open blind . I will not be recommending them to my family and friends .Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
NoorGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
Horrible experience
I chose to buy from Victory because I thought they were a reliable, Aussie owned business. I was wrong. I had my consultation in June. The consultant spent a majority of my session chatting, then rushed me to make a decision in the final few minutes, because he had another client waiting. I paid in full ($5300 for three plantation shutters, two sets of bedroom roller blinds, and two small ones for the bathrooms) and was told to expect my install to happen in late August, to early Spetember. Why so long? Because they're not made in Australia. Th...Read more
e very next day, I realised I had chosen a hideous colour of blind. I contacted my consultant to try and change it. He said "it's already in the system and can't be changed". I called Victory directly, and was told they'd get back to me. They didn't. I had to drive an hour to their showroom to change it in person. Due to the Stage 4 shutdown, my installation could not take place at the planned time (no blame on Victory for this obviously). However, their handling of this situation has been abysmal. I received a text telling me I had a potential booking for the 30th of October depending on restrictions and to either confirm via text, or call. I opted to call, and say that if the restrictions were lifted earlier, I would like an earlier install, but if not the 30th was fine. Leading up to the 30th, I called multiple times to check on the status of the situation, and was given vague assurances. On the 29th I called twice to see if my installation was going ahead. Both times I was told they'd get back to me. Surprise, they didn't. Until 5:15 when I got a text saying my install was cancelled. As the text was sent after their closing time, I could not call to see what was happening. I called on the 30th to see why my install had been cancelled. They said I never confirmed. I replied that I had called numerous times to confirm and check the status. They said they currently were looking at doing my install the following Friday the 6th. I said I was unavailable due to work. They said they had no other availabilities that week, and would have to book me in the following week. Admittedly, at this point, I was low on patience. So I asked what the earliest possible date was, and I would take a day off work to be there. They said Monday. I agreed. Come Monday, it is 10am and I still have not been called for an estimated install time. So I call, again, to check on the status of my install. They tell me it's for next Monday and that I had agreed to next Monday. Why on Earth, would I change from Friday the 6th, to Monday the 9th, when I specifically and repeatedly requested the earliest possible install date? At this point I am well and truly fed up, and requested to cancel my order. They essentially told me tough luck, they've already been made, we're very busy, it can't be helped, and you're stuck with us. The most lackluster customer service I have ever experienced. I will never buy from Victory again, and neither will my friends or family. You're far better off going with a local supplier.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
CustomerGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
Cancelled my appointment without informing me
I have booked an appointment almost 20 days ago for a measure and quote for my curtains. Got an sms confirming my appointment and asked me to respond if I want to reschedule my appointment. I didn't respond as I didn't want to reschedule and I was fine with my date and time of the appointment. But, on the date of appointment, I am told that my appointment is cancelled as I didn't respond to the sms. This is so silly from victory blind and curtains. I am not ordering from you.
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JamesVictoria
- 31 reviews
- 21 likes
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Good quality products but had issues with the advice received
We had a set of blinds and awning installed a few years back and were initially quite happy with the products. It became apparent over time however, that what was sold to us wasn’t suitable. I asked about downsides for recessed blinds from the person who gave me the quote and she said there were none. There were privacy and functionality issues with this though. People could see in and light would get through. To their credit, they did fix these. Later, we found out that we’d have to remove the blind or winder just to open a fly screen. The sol...Read more
ution I was offered was to pay for new blinds. I had called about this a few times and realise I should have pushed them harder earlier on, as they would have been more likely to fix it closer to the install. Maybe we were stupid not to think about fly screens at the time but we had a bunch of things going on and would have thought that’s one of the things you expect a professional to mention, given we’re paying quite a lot for the premium.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Curtain shrinkage - warranty nightmare
I had beautiful curtains from Victory installed. I approached Victory Blinds on how best to clean them - Sales rep that attended said he would find out and let me know (never heard back). I then called and left messages for someone to return my call and also no one returned my calls.
I got them professionally cleaned at home and found that the curtains have shrunk! (got 3 cleaned, the other 2 were OK). I contacted VB again and have sent emails and pictures of the issue, left more messages and emails, only to be told that although the curtains ...Read more
are under warranty, it was not their issue and nothing would be done. I had asked for someone to attend to inspect the curtains, but have been told this would not be happening. I am very disappointed. The curtains cost alot of money and to be told that VB is washing their hands off eventhough I am entitled to a warranty fix, makes me very angry. Will be looking at ACCC if no one responds to my emails.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
AishSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 10 reviews
- 13 likes
The UNVICTORY Way
usually before i get a quote on a product i usually check them out but because my friend had used them before & had no trouble i did not do a review & now wish i had but of course too late now! like a previous customer i too have been ripped off the 50% deposit $1780 which was paid on 27/10/2020 for 3 outdoor blinds which was expected to be installed well before Xmas. On 30/11/2020 a office girl rang saying blinds are delayed till end December to early January which is not good enough as waiting for a month already so asked if they had been ma...Read more
de & told no, so said to cancel order & refund deposit, which she responded with , The sales mananger will ring later which he did so said again to cancel & he came up with, I will get them done by mid December. Ha! he could not give any date so he obviously tells all others this same story so to keep their money. said again to cancel, but he said he cant & would not give any reason why! if the blinds not made, what is the problem cant cancel & get money back? how many others have they done this to? I got very distressed on the phone & had a panic attack, being a 82yr old age pensioner & my friend took the phone asking why cant get money back. he ended up hanging up on her so he was rude discourteous person & 2 emails i have sent requesting deposit back have been unanswered as well. it looks like my money is also sitting in their bank unless they are in financial trouble themselves. from now on i will not give any trader or company any deposit before the job is completed so will not be ripped off again & this is the way jobs were done years ago,,,paid in full on completion....if a company needs money front up, then there is something not right financially or its a con!they have this statement on their order form called The VIctory Way, what a heap of rubbish.. shoud be The Unvictory Way!!! so people be aware who you trade with as cant trust anyone anymore!3 comments
Update! Pleasant lady contacted me from head office & after number of phone calls will not be getting my deposit back & I will never ever believe a word that comes out ofany Sales managers mouth again... Read more
! At 82 yrs of age its less stress to walk away!Victory B.Victory Blinds
Hi Aish,
Firstly, please allow me to express my sincere disappointment and regret that your experience with Victory Curtains and Blinds has not gone the way that either of us had intended. We aim to ... Read more
ensure our customers are satisfied as we endeavor to transition aspirations to reality within the home.Thanks for reply. The only time I would have any discussion with you, is if you will refund my deposit of $1780 as already been told by the lady who rang me that this will not happen, so why further d... Read more
iscussions? Also as stated will never believe a word from any Sales manger etc again! Therefore see no need for further discussion. Nor will I do business with a company that demands balance of payment 7 days before installation as probably lose that too for a bad installation, knowing my luck of late!Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
KristaGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
cant get a quote
Unfortunately could not get an appointed time to get a measure and quote. Told in email and on phone that it could be done without me being there but they could not. Others can. I work 5 days a week. No appointment available after hours (5PM ish) or on a Saturday. Only 1PM during the week. Not good enough.
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Melanie49South East Queensland, QLD
- 15 reviews
- 12 likes
Rep doesn't even know the products
I had Craig come out to quote me on a job I wanted done at my house, first of all he didn't want to sell me cellular blinds which is what I wanted in that particular space, then proceeded to tell me I should just get plantation shutters instead, 2 very completely different products and would not suit that space! Then he tried to tell me to have nothing there, what the?! I had to go onto Victory's website and physically SHOW him the product I wanted on the website of the company he supposedly works for which he then said he'd have to go back and speak to his boss about, this was over a week ago now, haven't heard back. Unprofessional service to say the least, gone elsewhere now.
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Janice F.Victoria
Nice Curtains, wrong colour
Wish I hadn't listened to the advice from the consultant, was disappointed with the end results as it is not what we wanted, unfortunately the whole experience was very disappointing.
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Micky OGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 15 reviews
- 6 likes
Nice blinds, wrong colour.
We had blinds installed about a year ago as part of a major renovation project. Kitchen, bathroom, carpets, paint, etc. To make a long story short, the colour we got was cream which is not even close to the colour ordered: Dulux Antique White USA. We pointed this out to the installer so he said he'd take off $1000 from the outstanding owed. The installer said he had the same issue with Victory and had even given them the paint! At the same time our daughter built a new house and Victory said they could colour match. Same issue, wrong colour....Read more
Victory, a year later is now trying to say we owe them money! After many emails and phone calls, they have agreed to give us a discount on what we owe! My final response to them is that we are happy to take the discount when they rectify the colour issue. I would never recommend Victory.1 comment
The colour we picked is so popular, you don't even have to get it mixed in Bunnings.
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Bwil
- 13 reviews
- 19 likes
Incredibly rude service.
I received appalling service from a Victory consultant. In standard negotiations I was asking him if any better deal could be provided on the quote provided of $4300 for 2 sheers blinds and block outs for the 2 windows.
Absolutely fine that he could not do better, however merely for asking I copped an email of rudeness and I have not included the entire thread.
The IDENTICAL fabric Victory refused to discount “because it was expensive fabric” was provided to me $600 cheaper than Victory. An alternative roller blind fabric was provided much cheaper. I have now paid for $3700 blinds the week after Victory treated me so appalling.
Another company got my business :)
Maybe consider this next time.
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eddieGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
I would thing twice before purchasing any thing of victory blinds
It took them 9 weeks to make two blinds when sale rep said 3 to 4 weeks ,on the day of insulation i was told Glen would be the between 12 to 2 then at 200 pm i ring office up asking if glen is still coming i was told yes at 330 i ran office again ask what is going on was told Glen came at 1230 pm left business card in the fly wire door i miss you i dont understand why he did give me a call saying i at you door most companies will give you text or a phone call saying i be the soon i try to organise another day on the day i received a phon...Read more
e call cant make it it took them 13 weeks before i finally got them install if you look at the review all bad review are about same issues management dont seem to care as the not trying to fix up the issues i would not use this company ever again the worst company l've ever had to deal withSimilar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
David LingMelbourne
- 6 reviews
- 3 likes
Service issues
We are happy with our blinds which were installled in a new home 6 years ago.
One repair was undertaken under warranty with callout charge as described by others.
Now we have another repair requiring a $20 odd part.
After three weeks of phone calls emails and messages we are still waiting.
Technicians don’t seem to know about our blinds even though they are still in their records.
Enough for me to suggest alternatives for people wanting blinds.
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RetiredGippsland, VIC
All Good Until Warranty Issue
Free measure and quote, free installation, but be aware that you have to pay $90 to get someone from Victory Curtains and Blinds to come out and check a warranty issue even when well within the warranty period. Am in Regional area and in future will use a local shopfront business rather than deal with a business out of the back of a van.
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GenDen
- 2 reviews
Customer service requires a LOT of follow up
I purchased Victory Blinds products for my whole house 10 years ago. I was happy at the time. The past 2 years I've had to work with repairs twice on some routine maintenance issues. They are terrible! On this occasion it's taken 3 phone calls and 3 emails to finally get someone to be accountable. Then a further week of wasted time until they decide to pull their finger out and order the part. I had a similar experience last year. At east they do help, but you'll need to schedule daily follow up calls until your issue is resolved.
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Chris S.South East Queensland, QLD
Don't Use At All Costs
Don't Use These Guys At Any Cost
Initially Written Sep 17:
So far, it's been a 5+ month ordeal w/ Victory Blinds Underwood to get the electric blinds installed.
They installed the wrong remotes (too few channels) and have promised to order and come out with new remotes multiple times - nothing. Every few weeks or month we'd call, they'd have no record of the issue, they'd promise to order the remote and get back to us, and then nothing. No follow up each time.
Finally, after calling one last time and raising my voice a little, they schedule a guy to come out with some remotes they apparently had in the office (!??).
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RichardGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 2 reviews
Never never never use them
I am so sorry we didnt look on reviews of Victory Blinds earlier, because generaly they have so many complaints. Same with us. 5 mistakes on one order, amateur behaviour, long long time waiting for repair (1 year), even we wrote them we dont want to pay rest of the money till order will be fine, they took it and didnt answer any of our complain anymore.
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Victory B.Victory Blinds
Dear Richard,
We are so sorry to hear about your experience. Could you please kindly private message us with your details (full name and postcode) so we can look into this matter further.
Kind regards,
VCB Customer Experience Team.
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Jackie A.Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
4 MONTHS AGO PAID DEPOSIT..STILL NO BLINDS!
paid my 50% deposit 26th July. Because I have bay windows they wanted to send their "most experienced" installer to do the check measure. Problem was he was on leave and I had to wait 2 weeks for the check measure. Which I did, reluctantly, in order to ensure everything done correctly. They then called to postpone to 13th August as the installer had hurt his back, then they attempted to postpone again as he had been delayed at another job on the other side of town and would not make it to my house until approximately 6:30. By this stage, I told...Read more
them bad luck, I want him here today, even it he arrived at 7:00 or 8:00. The installer arrived, said he was delayed at a job in Sunshine, about 20 mins away from me, not the other side of town!!! Measurement done. Called on 22nd and left a message for someone to call me to notify a rough installation date. Next day get a call from the lady who provided quote asking if i had been contacted about a check measure, advised that was done on the 13th. Ohhhhh no she said. It wasn't done properly and makes no sense so they were meant to call me and book in yet another check measure!!! Ummmm, thought i was made to wait for their "most experienced" installer...and he stuffed up the measurement??? Or was i lied to and they just sent anyone? Anyway, I was to get a call back the following day with a date for yet another check measure and heard nothing. They have taken 5,000.00 of my money probably sitting in their account earning them some interest and they are not even in the position to commence making my blinds and curtains! They were also the most expensive, even though purchased during up to 50% off sale (can't work that out, maybe accc can) but I thought the service would be great through them. I will update you all on how long this process will take to completion. Not happy and will look elsewhere when we are ready to get our bedrooms don. Update: Have had the other check measure done which confirmed I was lied to. Their "most experienced" installer attended this time. Still have not had any contact regarding installation date....I am thinking it won't be within 2 mths of taking my 50% deposit. UPDATE: Guess what! ANOTHER CHECK MEASURE NEEDED! Yep called a few days ago and will be out on Monday. This is 4th time for measurement. When I paid over 5k deposit I was told 6-8 weeks installation so they think based on the "8 weeks" they will only be 3 weeks late with install. However, I think 8 weeks allows for delays....sooo if I go by the expected 6 weeks, they are actually going to be 5 weeks over. ALMOST DOUBLE the time. And that is only using an estimated installation now.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Diane
- 4 reviews
- 5 likes
Very poor customer service
Would not recommend this company have used them in the past and was delay after delay. We thought we might try them again booked in for a 9.00am appt. after waiting sometime rang the office to check if rep was still coming and they had no record of the appt. and to make matters worse never offered to rebook for another appt. You need to re look at your customer service Im sorry we wont be back.
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Victory B.Victory Blinds
Dear Diane
We are so sorry to hear this. Could you please kindly PM us with your details with regards to who you spoke to and your contact number, so we can look into this matter further asap.
We look forward to hearing from you.... Read more
I am sorry I do not know who I spoke to except it was about 5.00pm Thursday 31/10 the person I spoke to offered me a n appt. the next day with Chris but then she was unsure as Chris was going on leave... Read more
. She then offered me a 9.00 am appt. today Monday. We made sure we were home and after waiting some time I phoned your office & spoke to a male who sounded stressed and unsure what to do and just said that he had no record of my call. I hung up with disgust. My name is DianeVictory B.Victory Blinds
Dear Diane,
Thank you for the details. Please kindly note that this is a public forum and we just wanted to flag that you've provided your contact details in the public thread, rather than a private ... Read more
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Would NOT recommend
Twelve weeks and two cancelled installs later. I am still waiting for the blind/curtain installation in my whole house to be completed. Inferior product, inferior service. Would definitely not recommend.
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Victory B.Victory Blinds
Dear Lee,
Appreciate your feedback. Could you please kindly private message us with your contact details and job number, so we are able to look into this further.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.... Read more
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Questions & Answers
Peterasked
do you have oval window Hold Down Clips for sale?
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Victory B.Victory Blinds
Hi Peter
Could you please provide more info here? Is this for curtains and drapes?
Alexiaasked
What is the difference between Woodlore and Normandy shutters??
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Victory B.Victory Blinds
Hi Alexia,
Normandy Shutters are made from Phoenixwood (Firmiana Simplex). The timber is classed as a hardwood and comes from the Sterculiaceae (Cacao) family of trees.
Woodlore Shutters are manufactured from Customcraft – a man-made product that is a combination of timber fibre and glue. It is very stable and does not warp when used in low-moisture conditions.
Please let us know if you have any further questions here.
Kind regards,
VCB Customer Experience Team.
Khiwaasked
How much is vatcal blind for 3 windors?
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Hi Customer. Firstly, please allow me to express my regret that your experience with Victory Curtains and Blinds did not go as either of us had ever intended. It does sound like a misunderstanding fro... Read more
m our end and for that I offer my unreserved apology. I certainly hope that no great inconvenience occurred and I regret that we have missed an opportunity to help you with your project. Kind regards, Managing Director - VCB